President Muhammadu Buhari has called on Muslims to pray for the peace, progress and prosperity of Nigeria.
According to a statement by Garba Shehu, his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Buhari said: “Islam is a religion of peace that upholds the values of tolerance and mutual coexistence without a place for hatred and violence.”
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The President also called for religious harmony in the country, stressing the need for Muslims to use the fasting period to build a relationship of friendship with fellow citizens of other faith.
He also prayed for the continued peace, progress, and the wellbeing of the country.